Dynamite Friction 7512-54315 Disc Brake Kit - Rear

Rear Brake Kit for Lincoln, Ford, and Mercury

Dynamite Friction DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Silver with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware, part number 7512-54315, is a rear disc brake kit for select Lincoln Mark VIII, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar applications. It combines replacement rotors, brake pads, and matching hardware in one service kit for a streamlined brake job.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake kit for select 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII applications
• Fits 1993-1995 Ford Thunderbird, rear, and 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, rear with 276mm rotors
• Fits 1993-1995 Mercury Cougar, rear, plus 1996 Mercury Cougar, rear without Sport Package and 1997 Mercury Cougar, rear with Sport Package
• Drilled and slotted silver rotors for added corrosion protection
• Includes 5000 Advanced Brake Pads and hardware
• Complete brake service kit from Dynamite Friction DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Silver with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware

Product Details

Part number 7512-54315 is part of the DFC Complete Brake Kits line, which packages the main brake service components together for a more efficient repair. This rear kit is built for drivers servicing rear brake wear on the Lincoln Mark VIII, Ford Thunderbird, or Mercury Cougar, with fitment that varies by model year and package configuration. The drilled and slotted rotor design and corrosion-protected silver finish are paired with DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads for a matched replacement setup.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Reasons

• Rear brake pulsation or rotor scoring
• Reduced braking performance from worn pads
• Brake noise caused by aged friction material
• Corrosion on rear brake rotors
• Uneven rear brake wear on Lincoln Mark VIII, Ford Thunderbird, or Mercury Cougar models

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle fitment, rotor size, and package-specific notes before installation. For 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird applications, confirm 276mm rear rotors. For 1996 Mercury Cougar, use the without Sport Package listing, and for 1997 Mercury Cougar, use the with Sport Package listing. Inspect caliper condition, mounting surfaces, and brake fluid condition during service.

Quality Assurance

DFC Complete Brake Kits are assembled to provide the required brake components in one package, with rotors, pads, and hardware matched for the listed applications. Part number 7512-54315 is built for direct service on the confirmed rear fitments shown above.